Starting a Warm Engine, Operating the Coupler

4.Pull starter rope handle sharply until en- gine starts and runs.

5.Allow unit to run for 10--15 seconds, then fully squeeze the throttle trigger to disen- gage the starting system.

STARTING A WARM ENGINE

1.Squeeze and hold the throttle trigger. Keep throttle trigger fully squeezed until engine runs smoothly.

2.Pull starter rope sharply while squeezing throttle trigger until engine runs.

NOTE: Normally, the warm starting proce- dure can be used within 5--10 minutes after the unit is turned off. If the unit sits for more than 10 minutes without being ran, it will be necessary to start the unit by following the steps under STARTING A COLD ENGINE or following the starting instruction steps shown on the unit.

STARTING A FLOODED ENGINE

Flooded engines can be started by placing the start lever to the RUN position. Fully squeeze throttle trigger. Pull the starter han- dle repeatedly while squeezing throttle trigger until engine starts and runs. This could re- quire pulling the starter handle many times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded. If the unit still doesn’t start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE or call 1-800-554-6723.

OPERATING THE COUPLER

This model is equipped with a coupler which enables optional attachments to be installed. The optional attachments are:

MODEL:

Edger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP1000E Cultivator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP2000T Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP3000B Brushcutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP4000C Pruner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PP5000P

WARNING: Always stop unit and dis- connect spark plug before removing or instal- ling attachments.

REMOVING TRIMMER ATTACH- MENT (OR OTHER OPTIONAL AT- TACHMENTS)

CAUTION: When removing or installing at- tachments, place the unit on a flat surface for stability.

1.Loosen the coupler by turning the knob counterclockwise.

Coupler

AttachmentLOOSEN

Knob

TIGHTEN

2. Press and hold the locking/release button.

Locking/Release

Button

Attachment

Coupler

Upper Shaft

3.While securely holding the engine and upper shaft, pull the attachment straight out of the coupler.

INSTALLING OPTIONAL ATTACH- MENTS

1.Remove the shaft cap from the attach- ment (if present).

2.Position locking/release button of attach- ment into guide recess of coupler.

3.Push the attachment into the coupler until the locking/release button snaps into the primary hole.

4.Before using the unit, tighten the knob se- curely by turning clockwise.

Coupler Primary Hole

Guide Recess

Locking/

Upper Release Attachment

Shaft Button

WARNING: Make sure the locking/ release button is locked in the primary hole and the knob is securely tightened before op- erating the unit. All attachments are designed to be used in the primary hole unless otherwise stated in the applicable attachment instruction manual. Using the wrong hole could lead to seri- ous injury or damage to the unit.

Locking/Release

Button in Primary Hole

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle.